As a researcher, you should be mindful on constructing and interpreting graphs. All of the following are recommended guidelines you should follow except for one. Which one does not reflect a guideline?
A) The simplest graph should be used for a given set of data.
B) Axis should be clearly marked and labeled.
C) On a bar chart or histogram, bar widths should always reflect various widths of the data.
D) Be mindful of the upper limits on the vertical axis to prevent compression, hiding variant details.

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C) is incorrect because in a bar chart or histogram, the width of the bars should be consistent and not vary with the data values. This choice does not reflect a guideline for constructing or interpreting graphs correctly.

As a Researcher, You Should Be Mindful on Constructing and Interpreting